Question 1

Recognizing and understanding personal attitudes and students' background knowledge to strengthen new learning experiences is the focus of

Accepted Answer

Culturally and linguistically responsive teaching emphasizes the importance of valuing and incorporating students' diverse backgrounds and experiences into the learning process. It involves recognizing personal attitudes and beliefs, as well as utilizing students' existing knowledge (known as funds of knowledge) to strengthen new learning experiences. Discriminatory assessment and authentic assessment are not directly focused on this aspect of teaching.

Question 2

Which of the following terms describes the number of people in a given population with a specific characteristic?

Accepted Answer

Prevalence refers to the number or proportion of individuals in a population with a specific characteristic or condition. Disproportionality, overrepresentation, and underrepresentation refer to differences in the proportion of individuals from certain demographic groups compared to their representation in the overall population, but do not necessarily relate to a specific characteristic.

Question 3

What is the primary focus of an IEP for a student from a culturally diverse background?

Accepted Answer

The Individualized Education Plan (IEP) focuses on meeting the individual needs of the child, regardless of their cultural background. The IEP is meant to address the student's unique strengths, weaknesses, and goals, and to provide appropriate accommodations and support to help them succeed academically and socially. While language instruction may be included in the IEP for students who are learning English as a second language, this is not the primary focus of the plan. Similarly, decreasing cultural diversity would not be a goal of the IEP, and would be contrary to the principles of inclusion and equity in education.

Question 4

You are beginning the assessment process on May, a student new to your district. To get a better insight into the student, you should seek out valuable information including languages spoken at home, care outside of school and languages they speak, and activities. These can all

Accepted Answer

Seeking information about languages spoken at home, care outside of school, and activities can aid in both the administration and interpretation of assessments. This information can help you create a more comprehensive understanding of the student's background and context, which in turn can help you make better decisions about assessment accommodations, interpretation of scores, and recommendations for instruction and support. It is unlikely to confuse assessment data, so option A can be eliminated.

Question 5

Overrepresentation means

Accepted Answer

Overrepresentation means that there is a higher percentage of students in a particular setting (such as special education or disciplinary action) than expected based on the general population. It does not necessarily have to do with cultural diversity or attendance rates.

Question 6

Funds of knowledge refers to

Accepted Answer

Funds of knowledge refers to the experiences and knowledge parents and children bring to educational settings. It involves acknowledging and valuing the cultural and linguistic diversity of students and their families and using these diverse funds of knowledge to enrich the learning experiences in the classroom.

Question 7

Susana recently moved to the United States from Spain. Her teacher has asked her to help with a lesson on Spanish history by having her tell the class about significant Spanish landmarks. This is an example of using

Accepted Answer

This is an example of responsive teaching, as the teacher is recognizing and utilizing Susana's unique background and knowledge to enhance the lesson and make it more culturally relevant.

Question 8

U.S. public education reflects the philosophy of

Accepted Answer

U.S. public education reflects the philosophy of the cultural majority. This can be seen in the curriculum taught and the standards that are set, which often reflect the beliefs and values of the dominant culture. The education system also tends to prioritize the English language and may not always be inclusive of other languages or cultures.

Question 9

Multicultural education evolved due to

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Multicultural education evolved as a response to the belief that academic success is best facilitated when teachers develop an understanding of the cultural experiences and values of their students. The goal was to create a more inclusive and equitable classroom environment that meets the needs of diverse students. It was not developed due to societal unrest, academic segregation, or the emergence of federal funding for the NCAA.

Question 10

Modified cultural pluralism is the view that schools

Accepted Answer

Modified cultural pluralism promotes the preservation of the characteristics of different cultural groups while also encouraging interactions and understanding between these groups. It does not advocate for the ignoring of cultural differences, nor does it completely reject assimilation.

Question 11

Culturally responsive early intervention programs provided benefits for students in

Accepted Answer

Culturally responsive early intervention programs address the unique needs and experiences of diverse students, and can positively impact academic performance, cognitive development, and general physical health. By recognizing and valuing the cultural backgrounds and experiences of students, these programs can create a more inclusive and supportive learning environment, leading to improved outcomes in all of these areas.

Question 12

Appropriate professional preparation includes training in

Accepted Answer

Culturally and linguistically responsive practices are essential for professionals to effectively work with diverse populations in the classroom. It is important for professionals to develop an understanding of cultural differences and to adapt teaching strategies to meet the needs of every individual learner. Avoidance of cultural concerns and reduction of strategies used in the classroom may lead to marginalization and exclusion of certain groups of students, while refusing to offer intensive special education assistance is a violation of a student's right to receive appropriate educational services.

Question 13

Students from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, and poverty are

Accepted Answer

Students from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and poverty are at a higher risk for educational difficulties due to various factors such as language barriers, lack of resources, and cultural differences. However, it does not necessarily mean they will receive special education services.

Question 14

Measurement bias refers to for students from culturally diverse backgrounds.

Accepted Answer

Measurement bias refers to inaccuracies in test results that can disproportionately affect students from culturally diverse backgrounds, leading to misinterpretations of their actual abilities or knowledge.

Question 15

Ajla, a non-English-speaking student has just been moved into your resource classroom. Reading through her file, which indicates she has a moderate learning disability, you notice that her language diversity was not considered during her assessment or educational planning. Ajla has

Accepted Answer

Ajla's language diversity was not considered during her assessment or educational planning, which means she was not appropriately placed. This could result in her not receiving the necessary support and accommodations for her learning disability due to linguistic and cultural barriers.

Question 16

A major resistance to bilingual or multilingual educational programs in schools is based on which of the following assumptions?

Accepted Answer

This assumption is based on the idea that English should be taught quickly to students, and therefore there is no need for a bilingual or multilingual educational program.

Question 17

What is the purpose of promoting cultural pluralism?

Accepted Answer

The purpose of promoting cultural pluralism is to educate students about different cultures and increase appreciation and tolerance for diversity. This helps to create a richer society where people with different backgrounds can work together. It does not focus on teaching only one culture or categorizing students based on their culture. While understanding multiple languages can be useful, it is not the main purpose of promoting cultural pluralism.

Question 18

The language barrier and lack of knowledge about American public schooling of a child's parents does not influence

Accepted Answer

The language barrier and lack of knowledge about American public schooling of a child's parents can impact their ability to fully participate in their child's education, interactions with school personnel and related systems, and the manner in which they are involved. However, it should not have any influence on whether or not a child has a disability.

Question 19

José is a second grader with limited English proficiency, and he has begun to show serious academic difficulties as the year progresses. The overall population of emergent bilingual learners at his school is low. He is to receive special education.

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Question 20

Poverty is found more often in what populations?

Accepted Answer

Poverty is often more prevalent in diverse cultural and linguistic populations due to factors like systemic inequality, discrimination, and lack of access to resources.

Quiz 5: Cultural and Linguistic Diversity